Which fridge freezer is best for you?

Deciding what fridge to buy can be difficult. You have to consider the design of your kitchen, the space available, the size of your household, special features, price, and finally choose a convenient configuration. To help you make the right choice, this refrigerator buyer’s guide covers the following key questions:

• Freestanding vs integrated fridge: Which is best for me?
• What different types of refrigerators and freezers are there?
• What size fridge do I need?
• Will I need to defrost my fridge or freezer?
• What are the best fridge features?

The main difference between a freestanding fridge and an integrated one is the aesthetic. Integrated appliances are built to disappear, installed into the kitchen housing to create a sleek, modern look. Freestanding fridges can be easily moved and often act as the focal point in a kitchen’s design.

Standalone fridges, freezers and wine coolers are cooling appliances dedicated to one function, a great option if you have a large kitchen and need a lot of storage space. Multifunctional combo appliances, such as bottom freezer fridges, are a more affordable, space-saving alternative that comes in a range of interior configurations and designs, including standard door design, side-by-side doors or French doors, and choose between a number of interior configurations.

While size selection largely depends on the space available, it is important to make sure your fridge has enough capacity for your household. A good rule of thumb for calculating the capacity is to start with 100 litres for yourself and add 50 litres for every other person in your home. The size categories, standard, XL and side-by-side, are determined by width: 60cm, 70cm and 90cm +, respectively.

The technology in Siemens fridges and freezers prevents frost from forming. However, you may need to defrost your freezer if the door is left open for too long.

Siemens offers the newest technology in refrigerators, including humidity control, WiFi connectivity and intelligent sensors.